Interested in behavior change? Please help us out by taking our short 3 question survey and receive a free guide: The 5 Biggest Behavior Change Mistakes This week we talk to Kristin Neff about self compassionKristin Neff is a self-compassion researcher, author, and Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin. She got her Ph.D. at the University ... Show More
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The Art of Seeing Others (and Being Deeply Seen) | David Brooks
In this episode, David Brooks explores the art of seeing others and being deeply seen, and why our ability to make another person feel truly seen, heard, and understood may be one of the most important skills we can develop. He discusses the power of curiosity, the questions that ... Show More
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Jul 24
The Tyranny of Self-Care: When Meditation Apps and Yoga Can't Fix Burnout | Pooja Lakshmin
In this episode, Dr. Pooja Lakshmin challenges the modern self-care industry and explains why meditation apps, bubble baths, and wellness routines often fail to address the real causes of burnout. She shares a more meaningful approach to well-being, one built on boundaries, self- ... Show More
1h 8m
Jun 2021
Self-compassion with Dr Kristin Neff
Dr Kristin Neff, Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas, is the pioneer of self-compassion research. Within Neff's 20 years of studying this Buddist psychology construct, Neff has created a scale that measures the practice and its effects on ment ... Show More
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May 2025
#102: The Science of Self-Compassion - Kristin Neff, PhD
Psychologist and leading self-compassion researcher Dr. Kristin Neff shares how treating yourself with kindness, especially in moments of failure, can boost motivation, resilience, and mental health. We explore the science behind self-compassion, its impact on performance and emo ... Show More
1h 5m
Dec 2021
Dr. Kristin Neff | Defeat Your Inner Critic With Self-Compassion
In today’s episode, we cover self-compassion with Dr Kristin Neff. Kristin received her doctorate from the University of California at Berkeley, is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research, and is releasing her new book Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kind ... Show More
57m 1s
Apr 2024
Embracing Self-Kindness: Dr. Kristen Neff on the Life-Changing Power of Self-Compassion
Send us Fan MailLet's chat about self-compassion with the scientist that created the self-compassion scale herself!Today, I am joined by Dr. Kristen Neff, Tedx speaker and author of Self-Compassion: The proven power of being kind to yourself. Leading expert in self-compassion, Dr ... Show More
47m 14s
Jan 2021
Dr.Kristin Neff on Self Compassion, Meditation, Affirmations and Resilience
Kristin Neff, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at UT Austin, an author, speaker, and a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research. Her books include The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook and Self-Compassion and Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program. See Privacy Policy ... Show More
51m 55s
Dec 2023
Turning Self-Criticism into Supportive Self-Talk, with Dr. Kristin Neff
Self-compassion expert and co-founder of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion Dr. Kristin Neff is guest hosting this week on Radio Headspace. Today she explores overcoming harmful self-criticism, introducing tools for positive self-talk, and nurturing kindness toward oneself. I ... Show More
5m 39s
Dec 2023
Exploring Self-Compassion, with Dr. Kristin Neff
Self-compassion expert and co-founder of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion Dr. Kristin Neff is guest hosting this week on Radio Headspace. Today she introduces self-compassion, discussing its importance, types, and how it enriches relationships and life. If you'd like to con ... Show More
6m 14s